Twilio Fund Europe 2013 Opens for Submissions
www.twilio.com
on 03/01/2013
Excerpt: Since the opening of the London Twilio office in 2011, we’ve had the privilege of participating in the incredible growth of the European startup and tech community. We feel lucky to work alongside so many European-based DOers focused on changing the future of communications. Today we’re beyond excited to announce Twilio Fund Europe for 2013, extending our microfund supported by 500 Startups for Twilio-powered companies and products to the EU. A Microfund to Support Innovation in Communications
Twilio Fund provides Twilio-powered companies with the resources to take their products to the next level with support from 500 Startups. Our goal is to provide you with the resources you need to build the next generation of communications.... read the full post.
Tags: API-Evangelist, API-Stack, Incubator, Investment, Telephony, Voice
Nike+ Adds API Developer Portal and Announces Accelerator Program
blog.programmableweb.com
on 01/25/2013
Excerpt: Nike has launched the Nike+ API developer portal. The portal gives developers access to data captured by Nike+ FuelBand and Nike+ Running through an API. The goal of the developer portal and corresponding APIs consists of a health driven, forward thinking aim:
The portal launch coincides with the announcement of the Nike+ Accelerator Program. Nike and TechStars will select 10 teams to develop applications based on the Nike+ platform for a three month period. Applications to participate must be complete by Feb. 3, 2013. Those interested can learn more at the FAQ site. The Nike+ API uses REST protocol and returns data in an XML format.... read the full post.
Tags: Accelerator, API-Evangelist, API-Stack, Googlereader, Ifttt, Incubator, ProgrammableWeb, Sports, TechStars
Beyond the Sandbox With Twilio and Syracuse University
www.twilio.com
on 06/13/2012
Excerpt: We are continuously impressed with the innovative programs and entrepreneurial young minds breaking out of universities. From weekend hackathons for good to fresh companies launched on a bus, this new breed of battle-tested students are a group to watch in the startup world. That’s why we are proud to announce a partnership with the Syracuse University Student Sandbox Incubator and Syracuse IDEA program. Founded in 2009, the Student Sandbox is a twelve week program designed to give student entrepreneurs the chance to accelerate their startup by providing them with access to funding, workspace, a team of mentors, and many other handy resources.... read the full post.
Tags: Education, Incubator, Syracuse University, Twilio
Excerpt: Nike has launched the Nike+ API developer portal. The portal gives developers access to data captured by Nike+ FuelBand and Nike+ Running through an API. The goal of the developer portal and corresponding APIs consists of a health driven, forward thinking aim: The portal launch coincides with the announcement of the Nike+ Accelerator Program. Nike and TechStars will select 10 teams to develop applications based on the Nike+ platform for a three month period. Applications to participate must be complete by Feb. 3, 2013. Those interested can learn more at the FAQ site. The Nike+ API uses REST protocol and returns data in an XML format.... read the full post.
Tags: Accelerator, API-Evangelist, API-Stack, Googlereader, Ifttt, Incubator, ProgrammableWeb, Sports, TechStars
